About
January M. Bailey is a highly accomplished attorney with a robust background in bankruptcy law. She earned her J.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 2008. In 2007, she completed her M.B.A. at the University of Cincinnati School of Business. Before that, she earned two degrees from the University of Kansas. In 2005, she got a B.S. in Business and Accounting and a B.A. in French. Since 2009, Bailey has been a Kansas-licensed attorney. Since 2010, she has been admitted to the Federal District Court, District of Kansas. She is a trusted and qualified advocate for her clients.
Bailey is a shareholder at Prelle Eron & Bailey, P.A. She is committed to helping people and businesses with bankruptcy and related issues. She started at Eron Law, P.A. as an associate attorney in 2010. After a few years at other firms, she returned to Eron Law in 2016. In January 2019, she became a shareholder at Prelle Eron & Bailey, P.A. Bailey has used her deep knowledge of bankruptcy law in her practice. She has provided strategic counsel to clients in tough financial situations.
Numerous professional honors have recognized her contributions to the field. Bailey is a Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney through the American Board of Certification. In 2021, the American Bankruptcy Institute named her one of its “40 Under 40.” She was also named one of the Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars in 2019. In 2018, she participated in the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges’ Next Gen program. She also edited “Best of ABI 2021: The Year in Consumer Bankruptcy.” This shows her dedication to ongoing scholarship in her field.
By skillfully guiding clients through tough financial issues, Bailey helps them. His clear, solution-focused advice gives people a fresh start and stability. Her experience and commitment guarantee clients top representation in bankruptcy and related legal matters.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founding Member, Prelle Eron & Bailey P.A.
- Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
- Member, Kansas Bar Association
- Member, Wichita Bar Association
- Chair, WBA Bankruptcy Committee
Licensed State
- Kansas
Education
- University of Cincinnati, College of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Cincinnati, School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Awards & Badges


- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy




